Water Use Section 

Water 

In 2004, the West Virginia legislature passed the Water Resources Protection Act. The purpose of the act was to gather Water Use Logoinformation on the quantity and use of state surface and groundwater resources. In 2008, the act was amended and renamed the Water Resources Protection and Management Act. The act now requires the development of a water resources management plan for the state by 2013. Progress reports to the Joint Legislative Oversight Commission on State Water Resources are required each November.


If you are a large quantity user, and are required to complete an annual user certification, please click HERE to be directed to the appropriate forms and instructions.


Alert Regarding Withdrawals From Dunkard Creek and Its Tributaries

Due to heightened concerns with Golden Algae in the Dunkard Creek watershed, DEP is recommending that no water should be withdrawn from streams and ponds in the Dunkard Creek watershed, if it will be used or transported outside of the Dunkard Creek drainage. For additional information please contact Brian Carr at 304.926.0499 extension 1757.

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